Albany, New York to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albany, New York from Washington DC?

The distance from Albany, New York to Washington DC is 310.5 miles (499.7 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SW of Albany, New York. By car, the driving distance is approximately 363 miles, taking about 7h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Albany, New York in New York and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albany, New York and Washington DC. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.